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AI Powered Legacy Code Conversion from COBOL to Readable Java

Last updated May 7, 2026

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What is Bloop?

ModerniseAI by bloop leverages artificial intelligence to convert legacy COBOL code into readable Java, offering functional equivalence, safety, and cost savings through open source libraries. The service ensures the converted code is easy to modify and extend without refactoring, making it ideal for meeting tight deadlines. With built-in correctness checks, ModerniseAI guarantees safer code translation than manual rewrites. The process includes an initial survey, proof-of-concept, and full-modernisation, supported by a dedicated research lab focused on AI and programming languages.

Bloop's Top Features

Key capabilities that make Bloop stand out.

AI-powered legacy code conversion

Readable Java output

Functional equivalence with COBOL

Open source libraries usage

Cost savings

No need for refactoring

Built-in correctness checks

Steps: initial survey, proof-of-concept, full-modernisation

Support from AI and programming languages research lab

Backed by Y-Combinator

Use Cases

Who benefits most from this tool.

Companies with Legacy Code

Convert COBOL to readable Java, ensuring the code remains functional and easy to modify.

Engineering Teams

Automate menial tasks of code conversion to focus on innovative projects.

CIOs and CTOs

Implement cost-effective code conversion using open source libraries and cloud primitives.

Project Managers

Meet tight project deadlines by converting code that can be immediately modified and extended without refactoring.

Tech Startups

Leverage AI for safer and more accurate code translation, reducing risk associated with manual rewrites.

Research Labs

Collaborate with experts in AI and programming languages for cutting-edge code conversion solutions.

Investors

Back innovative solutions that revolutionize legacy code management and modernization.

Software Developers

Focus on core development tasks by automating legacy code conversion with AI.

Compliance Officers

Ensure code modernization adheres to safety and compliance standards.

Large Enterprises

Scale code modernization efforts using advanced AI technologies to handle extensive legacy systems.

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Convert legacy COBOL codeReadable JavaFunctional equivalenceSafetyCost savingsOpen source librariesNo refactoringTight deadlinesCorrectness checksSafer code translationManual rewritesInitial surveyProof-of-conceptFull modernisationDedicated research labAIProgramming languages

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ModerniseAI?
ModerniseAI is a service by bloop that converts legacy COBOL code into readable Java using artificial intelligence, making the code easy to modify and extend.
How does ModerniseAI ensure the converted code is readable?
ModerniseAI converts COBOL into Java that reads as a human would write, avoiding jargon-filled code like Jobol or Cava.
Is the converted code functionally equivalent to the original?
Yes, COBOL and Java programs converted by ModerniseAI exhibit identical behavior, validated by the AI test suite.
Does ModerniseAI use open source libraries?
Yes, the modernized code uses open source libraries and cloud primitives where possible to maximize cost savings.
Is the AI-powered translation safer than manual rewrites?
Yes, ModerniseAI includes built-in correctness checks at every stage of the pipeline, ensuring a safer translation process.
What steps are involved in the ModerniseAI process?
The process includes an initial survey, a proof-of-concept conversion, and full modernisation, with onboarding for your team.
Can the converted code be modified without refactoring?
Yes, ModerniseAI ensures the code can be modified and extended without the need for refactoring, making it useful for tight deadlines.
Who supports ModerniseAI?
ModerniseAI is backed by bloop, a startup research lab focused on AI and programming languages, and supported by investors like Y-Combinator.
Why choose ModerniseAI for code conversion?
ModerniseAI automates menial engineering tasks, freeing up resources for innovation and speeding up your ability to modernize and maintain code.
How can I get started with ModerniseAI?
To get started with ModerniseAI, contact bloop to set up an initial survey and proof-of-concept.